Lead writer Nick St. Denis and AFC East Daily contributors Dan Begnoche and Sean Donovan pick the New York Jets' inter-conference contest with the St. Louis Rams. Nick's take: When Jets coach Rex Ryan and Rams offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer shared the field during Schotty's time with the Jets, Rex's defense ran the show. I think that holds true when the two face off in St. Louis. The Jets' run defense had been improving since the beginning of the season but hit a wall last week with poor tackling. They play tough against Steven Jackson and force Sam Bradford to go through the air, where the Jets thrive. Prediction: Jets 20, Rams 17 Dan's take: Look for a heavy dose of Jackson, who will be going against Gang Green's 30th-ranked run defense and broke 100 yards rushing last week for the first time this season. And with wide receiver Danny Amendola back in the mix, Bradford will look to continue his success as well, despite the Jets' stout pass defense. New York's fourth los...

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